Burmese Black Lacquer Tea Cup / Plate - Ca 1950's Option:Tea Cup Teak Anglo Indian Pedestal Desk

Teak Anglo Indian Pedestal Desk - 19thC

Traditionally made from worn saris and household cloths

though the name is largely a romantic invention of antique dealers rather than a documented Chinese tradition

this elegant chest would originally have served as a dowry box

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Burmese Black Lacquer Tea Cup / Plate - Ca 1950's Option:Tea Cup Teak Anglo Indian Pedestal DeskThis fine Burmese lacquer tea bowl and matching plate were produced in Burma during the early 20th century, created specifically for export to the Chinese market. Executed in rich black lacquer with intricate gilded decoration, the set beautifully reflects the meeting of Burmese craftsmanship and Chinese decorative symbolism. The exterior of the bowl is adorned with elegant scrolling floral motifs rendered in gold against the deep lacquer ground,